Lead Architect at Atturra

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Azure architecture, Cloud migration, Enterprise architecture, Solution architecture, Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework, ISM, PSPF, Essential Eight, Security architecture, Stakeholder engagement, Technical leadership, Governance, Identity management, Hybrid connectivity, Risk management, RFP responses

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

What you will be doing? As Lead Architect – Cloud Migration Programs, you will own the end-to-end architecture of Azure migration engagements for Australian Federal Government clients, from discovery and design through to migration and optimisation. You’ll operate across both strategic and hands-on delivery, engaging senior stakeholders while working closely with engineering teams to solve complex technical challenges. We’re looking for someone with proven experience delivering large-scale cloud migrations, not just certifications. Responsibilities Architecture Leadership Own target-state Azure architecture, ensuring alignment with ISM, PSPF, and Essential Eight Apply the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF), including landing zones and 8Rs rationalisation Produce key architecture artefacts and govern design through review boards Migration Delivery Lead discovery, assessment, and migration planning (including wave plans and runbooks) Oversee execution, resolve technical escalations, and ensure delivery quality Drive post-migration validation, optimisation, and risk management Security Architecture Design secure Azure environments (networking, identity, and hybrid connectivity) Support IRAP readiness and align solutions to government security controls Stakeholder Engagement Act as the primary technical advisor to senior client stakeholders (SES, CIO, CISO) Facilitate workshops, briefings, and governance forums Practice & Commercial Mentor team members and contribute to capability uplift Support pre-sales, including solution design and RFP responses Contribute to reusable assets, standards, and best practices Working Conditions: Predominantly office-based in Canberra Permanent full time NV1 clearance What will make you successful in this role? Candidates who can show a track record of leading complex cloud migration programs in real environments will be considered ahead of those who cannot. You will have: A strong background in enterprise or solution architecture, across vendor/integrator and government or enterprise environments Hands-on experience delivering end-to-end Azure migrations (discovery, assessment, execution, and post-migration) Solid knowledge of the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework, including landing zones and workload rationalisation (8Rs) Experience applying Australian Government security frameworks (ISM, PSPF, Essential Eight) in real-world cloud solutions Confidence engaging senior stakeholders (SES or equivalent) on technical and strategic topics Experience working across multidisciplinary teams and providing architectural governance Strong technical depth, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues directly Why is this an exciting opportunity? Atturra is one of the fastest growing ASX-listed advisory and IT solutions companies in Australia, giving you a strong foundation to fulfil your career ambitions. We currently have 1100+ professionals working across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Hong Kong who are using innovation to lead the way. The Managed Services division of Atturra provides leading Hybrid IT, Private Cloud, and Connectivity services, backed by decades of industry experience. Our expertise, combined with the strength of our people, makes us one of the most complete and prominent “as-a-service” providers in the market. What our people say: “Atturra has a great working environment and management are very supportive of their staff. We celebrate success and have fun while working hard.”Why you’ll love working here Culture of possibility At Atturra we embrace innovation within our teams, fostering an environment of possibility and growth. We believe in creating a supportive and welcoming culture, where everyone is encouraged to achieve success through collaboration, hard work and dedication. A strong set of company values Our culture is reflected by our employees who demonstrate camaraderie, innovation, dedication, respect and excellence in everything they do. These traits have become integral to the way we do business and are the values we strive for. Valuable employee benefits • Career growth via succession planning, internal mobility programs, and mentorship opportunities.• Ongoing investment in professional development through industry certifications.• Employee benefits, recognition, and wellbeing platform.• Mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program.• Support for family and caring responsibilities, including paid parental leave.• Employee referral program, with monetary incentives offered. Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At Atturra, we are committed to addressing the digital skills gap and championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds — including Veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, members of the LGBTQI+ community, culturally diverse individuals, and other underrepresented groups. Commitment to supporting Australia’s veterans We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer under the Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veteran Employment Commitment (VEC). Atturra is dedicated to supporting Australia’s veteran community by enhancing recruitment, support, retention, and leadership opportunities. Our goal is to ensure veterans build meaningful and impactful careers with us. What our people say: “Atturra has a great working environment and management are very supportive of their staff. We celebrate success and have fun while working hard.” How to apply All applications must be submitted online via our Careers page. Late applications or those sent by email will not be prioritised. Please ensure your application is complete and that you have answered all required questions before submitting. Talent Pool This recruitment process may also be used to create a talent pool for similar ongoing or temporary opportunities that may arise within the next 12 months. Recruitment Agencies and Headhunters Our Talent Acquisition team is managing this recruitment process and will reach out if additional support is required. Atturra only accepts referrals from agencies on our official supplier list via the Agency Portal. To participate, agencies must complete our procurement process, hold an approved fee agreement, and be formally invited by the Talent Acquisition team for a specific vacancy. Submissions made outside of this process will not be considered. We also request that agencies do not contact Atturra employees outside the Talent Acquisition team regarding hiring matters. Agencies interested in joining our official supplier list may send an expression of interest to talentacquisition@atturra.com. Please note, our supplier list is reviewed annually.

Responsibilities

The Lead Architect will own the end-to-end Azure architecture for Australian Federal Government clients, managing the full lifecycle from discovery to migration and optimization. They will also provide technical leadership, ensure compliance with government security frameworks, and engage with senior stakeholders to drive successful delivery.